Our Services

Wine Cellar Database Cataloging using CellarTracker– If you collect wine and are feeling overwhelmed by your inventory, LET US HELP! It’s our specialty. We can either create an account for you at CellarTracker or, you can set one up before we begin the cataloging process.* Once your inventory is in the database, we will show you how to add bottles, remove bottles, write tasting notes, print reports, and utilize your wine database in a multitude of ways. If you don’t want to be bothered with the cataloging part, (see below under “Wine Cellar Database Maintenance”) let us handle the hard stuff so you’re free to enjoy your wine. The fee for the CellarTracker database must be current to ensure seamless service. Contact us to find out more.

Barcoding makes it easier to keep track of your inventory. It can also help you decide when to drink it.

Wine Cellar Organization and Optimization – Has the inventory in your CellarTracker account become out of date or out of sync between your acquisitions or consumption? Do you have wine boxes everywhere? Do you need help organizing your wine into a system that allows you to easily find what you’re looking for? Tasteful Cellars can do all of this for you — and more. We’ll sort through what you have, correct your inventory if necessary, and help you organize the bottles in your cellar, wine fridge or storage locker. Any or all of these services can help you quickly get things under control.

Wine Cellar Database Maintenance (Weekly or Monthly) – We are happy to maintain your wine database in full. We can remove or add bottles on a weekly or monthly basis, depending on preference and volume. We can send to you or deliver and apply barcodes for your new acquisitions. Depending on your database setup, you can text pictures of the barcodes, email pictures of the barcodes or wine bottles, or keep track and send an email with barcodes, pictures, or a combination. Contact us to find out more.

Lots of information is available right on the main CellarTracker screen

Restaurant Wine Inventory Management and Tracking – There are times when the inventory in your restaurant wine cellar moves too quickly to keep track. It’s easy to get behind in your inventory management — but it’s critical to your business (and your insurance coverage) for you to know exactly what you have on hand. Having an exact count of your inventory not only helps you track what you sell, it also informs you of what you need to reorder, and what is not selling.

Tasteful Cellars can help with your entire process. We will inventory your cellar using CellarTracker — teaching you how to generate reports, stock lists and wine lists for customers. We can also help you manage your inventory inflow and outflow by using barcoding. Flexibility is key as we help you manage your inventory on an ongoing basis. We will create a program and process that fits your needs. Contact us to find out more.

A well organized cellar makes wine easy to find.

Wine Country Concierge Services for Business and Pleasure – We love to help businesses and individuals plan a trip to California Wine Country. We can simply make reservations for you for a fee, or plan out entire events or weekends including all the facets of the trip. Contact us to find out more or email us directly at info@tastefulcellars.com.

Corporate Event Planning with Customized Wine Experiences – Helping you create a corporate event with wine as a centerpiece is one of our specialties. Customized wine tasting experiences, wine seminars with industry experts, and recommendations for “off the beaten path” places to go and experience wine country is our wheelhouse. Contact us to find out more or email us directly at info@tastefulcellars.com.

Pricing – Every customer has different needs and requirements. We will tailor our pricing to directly address your needs. Contact us to find out more or email us directly at info@tastefulcellars.com.

*The first or current year subscription fee for CellarTracker.com must be paid up front. As a convenience, Tasteful Cellars can pay it and then simply add the charge to your account as part of the startup fee.

Table setting for corporate event.Dinner in the winery with storage tanks in the background.

CellarTracker Tasting Notes

Tasted by aaronfeigin. The Seavey Caravina continues to amaze. This has got to be the best <$60 Cabernet from Napa. Such a great Cabernet, tons of great Napa fruit, chocolate and hints of cedar with those silky smooth tannins. (93 pts.) - Tasted 9/9/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. A very good, not great Cali Chard. Straightforward style, green apple, pear with a bit of lemon. Not heavy oak and thankfully no "butter", made in the French Chablis style not the typical over-oaked, buttery Chardonnay. Enjoyable. Not great in the QPR, a little on the expensive side for what it is. (89 pts.) - Tasted 9/5/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Had many bottles of this that I loved. Seemed to be either TCA or some other reason that the bottle was off. Not sure, will have another one soon to see, but haven't had an issue up to now. (flawed bottle) - Tasted 9/2/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Lots of red fruit and nice soft tannins. Wasn't expecting this to be so drinkable so young, but it was excellent. Opened around 11 am and left upright in the cellar. I think lots of winemakers aspire to make a Pinot this balanced and delicious! (91 pts.) - Tasted 8/17/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Drank from a magnum purchased from the winery about 5 years ago. Cork was trouble to get out but most likely because of age, it was not defective. The wine was just stunning. Honeyed pear, walnuts, mouth-filling flavors with soft and supple texture. For those that say American Chardonnay can't be aged, I would present this 20 year old wine as a great example of how Chardonnay tastes when it is done well. 1997 was a very good year in Northern California. (92 pts.) - Tasted 8/13/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This is a lovely wine. Soft lush, mouth-filling fruit, good acidity, slight hint of oak. Opened about 45 mins before I poured, very enjoyable, decent value. (88 pts.) - Tasted 8/10/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Two words immediately come to mind on the first sip, Acid and flowers. The acidity on this wine seems high but in no way out of balance. The flavors of flowers, cut grass and Earl Grey tea meld with the acidity into a powerhouse of a great white wine. Never drank an Altesse, not sure this is like any other wine I have had. So enjoyable, clearly made by a master. (91 pts.) - Tasted 8/2/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This wine is simply awesome. So enjoyable, good acid, lots of fruit, judicious use of oak. Tropical fruit flavors right up front with hints of pear throughout the palate. A Roussanne that should be enjoyed by more, if people tasted this it would be a go to choice for more people. This wine continues to impress with each vintage. (92 pts.) - Tasted 7/29/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. An excellent example of American Chardonnay done right. No butter, not heavy oak, just excellent Chardonnay flavors. Apple, citrus and a hint of mint flavors dominate this non-Malo Chardonnay. Still very young and built to age, probably won't touch another bottle for a couple of years to check in. Excellent. (91 pts.) - Tasted 7/26/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. So beautiful. Tons of acid and granite, this wine is such a refreshing bottle. Tons of ripe peach and pear flavors, with such great acidity and balance. Would compare this to an extremely well made old world Sauvignon Blanc. So enjoyable, worth seeking out Vin de Savoie, not a well known french wine region in the US, but produces some beautiful wines. Can't say enough about this producer as well. (92 pts.) - Tasted 7/25/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This is a very interesting Chenin. Doesn't have lots of the flavors I expect but still enjoyable. Perhaps a little too cold, I thought it got better as it warmed up from Fridge temp. Will try another bottle in a few weeks and see how my opinion changes. (87 pts.) - Tasted 7/23/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This is the first time I drank this wine where it is entering a good phase. Smooth lush tannins, sweet black fruits, good balance. I think it should last many years. (91 pts.) - Tasted 7/3/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Wow, this wine is transcendent. Truly amazing and enjoyable. Everything I look for in a white wine. Freshness, fruit, acidity and balance. I don't understand how Savoie is not a more respected region, this Roussanne is truly a revelation. (95 pts.) - Tasted 6/30/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Very juicy with good QPR. Keep being surprised by the very enjoyable German Spatburgunder, which we know as Pinot Noir. Not overly oaked, just good fruit with soft tannins. (90 pts.) - Tasted 6/4/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Beautiful. I will hold the 2nd bottle for a few years. Lemon zest and hazelnut flavors abound. Very enjoyable. I believe this is all Marsanne, a great varietal that is usually blended. (91 pts.) - Tasted 6/4/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Tannins are even softer than last tasting but wine is still beautiful. Smokey with lush black fruits and such great balance. Very enjoyable. This wine is drinking very well. Drink up if you have any, probably right at peak now. Opened around 5 hours before drinking and left in the cellar until about 2 hours before. (94 pts.) - Tasted 5/12/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. A great wine, so enjoyable. Balanced, great acidity and juicy. Stone fruits, crushed granite, salinity and such beautiful balance. Love this producer of German Wines. (92 pts.) - Tasted 5/7/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This wine is everything a California Zin should be. Every time I drink it, regardless of the year, it confirms this is a great Zin from a producer that is masterful at producing Zin! Has plenty of fruit, spice box and pepper. Very enjoyable and not to "hot" with alcohol. Great balance. (92 pts.) - Tasted 4/28/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Celebrating our 24th anniversary with this great Howell Mountain Cabernet. Still lots of fruit and thick tannins. Very enjoyable, seems like this could go for many more years. (90 pts.) - Tasted 4/22/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This has good weight, nice acidity with good flavors. Mint, lemon and a bit of butter. I think the touch on the oak is a little too heavy. Enjoyable, but a little too much in the California style for my taste. Will try another glass tomorrow to see if a day of air helps. (87 pts.) - Tasted 4/14/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. What a revelation! Had never had Jacquere, bought some and tried it this evening. So enjoyable, good acid, nice soft peach and apricot fruits. Good nose. A nice change from Chardonnay / Chablis, paired well with a cheese plate and a little bit of spice. (91 pts.) - Tasted 4/13/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Lots of honeysuckle with tropical fruits like mango and pineapple. Very nice minerality and superb balance. Very enjoyable. I think this Chardonnay that straddles the line between old world and new world style should last several more years. - Tasted 3/19/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Needed some time after opening. Very nice, lots of mineral and stone fruit flavors, this 17 year old Italian white was still refreshing and surprisingly young. Will open well in advance next time. Very enjoyable, not sure it was worth a 95 score, but still really nice. (91 pts.) - Tasted 3/4/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This wine is too green and a bit tart. Seems like the fruit was picked too early? Not really sure, will try another bottle in a few weeks to see if it was a bad bottle or a wine I didn't like. (80 pts.) - Tasted 1/5/2017.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This wine continues to amaze. Such a great enjoyable glass. Poured into glasses about 2.5 hours before drinking. Wines like these really make me question some reviewers who gave this an 83 in their review a few years ago. Still evolving, this wine should continue to be enjoyable for 3-5 more years. (94 pts.) - Tasted 12/14/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. A beautiful, mature CdP type blend from Tablas. Lots of currant and cherries with leather flavors. Very enjoyable. This wine makes me question even more certain reviewers who gave this wine and 88 (JS). I can't imagine this wine would ever be under at least 90 it is so good, so balanced, so well made. (93 pts.) - Tasted 11/20/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Cherry and menthol. Soft lithe tannins that are well integrated. Fair amount of bricking with lots of brown on the edges. Very enjoyable. Should last another 4 - 6 years, although the color may be much browner, tannins will be even more integrated and well faded. (90 pts.) - Tasted 10/21/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. I opened this late morning yesterday and left it standing in the cellar. Gave it plenty of time to breathe. What a great wine. Well integrated soft tannins, lots of fruit left. Seems like this wine could last several more years before hitting the downslope. Really enjoyable. (94 pts.) - Tasted 10/8/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This is all that is right with Petite Sirah. Bold and juicy but well structured and a bit nimble, this was a very enjoyable Petite Sirah. Lots of black fruits and bit of cedar, smooth well integrated tannins. (92 pts.) - Tasted 9/2/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. My second bottle of this. What great balance in this Pinot. The light color is still a little surprising, but the wine easily makes up for it with great red fruits and soft tannins. If you have never checked out Littorai, Ted Lemon is making Pinot the right way! (92 pts.) - Tasted 8/25/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This was a truly stunning wine. My only regret is that I didn't decant longer. This wine still has aging potential. Lots of black fruits with a hint of marzapan, it was a true joy! (94 pts.) - Tasted 8/13/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. This is a beautiful example of Petite Sirah. Well aged, smooth and soft tannins, great fruit still remaining. Seems like this wine will still be drinking nicely for a few more years. (93 pts.) - Tasted 7/16/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Smooth and lithe, this wine is beautiful. Lots of red and black fruits, still tons of fruit with great balance and well integrated tannins. Drinking very well right now, great balance. (93 pts.) - Tasted 7/16/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. A very nice medium bodied wine. This wine is all about balance and harmony. It was very enjoyable, but I think it will start to show its age very soon. Time to drink up. (90 pts.) - Tasted 7/9/2016.

Tasted by aaronfeigin. Blackberry fruit liqueur on the nose, this is a very dark almost teeth staining purple wine. Soft and lush tannins, very smooth and well integrated. Blue and black fruit flavors, this wine is drinking very well right now and should last for many more years. (92 pts.) - Tasted 7/9/2016.